Locums Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Full Time

We are seeking a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide locum urgent care coverage in Charlottesville, VA. The ideal provider will deliver high-quality, compassionate care to patients of all ages, treating a wide range of non-emergent illnesses and injuries in a fast-paced clinical setting. 

Key Responsibilities:

 

  • Provide episodic and urgent care to adolescent, adult, geriatric, and pediatric patients
  • Diagnose and treat common illnesses and minor injuries
  • Perform procedures such as wound care, splinting, and laceration repair
  • Collaborate with clinical support staff and follow evidence-based practice guidelines
  • Accurately document patient care in the electronic medical record
  • Participate in a rotating weekend schedule 

Clinical Setting:

 

  • Shift Schedule: Minimum of 3x12-hour shifts per week (including rotating weekends)
  • Patient Population: All ages – Adolescent, Child, Adult, Geriatric
  • Procedures: Injury treatment, episodic care

 Requirements:

 

  • Board Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
  • Active Virginia license (required)
  • DEA (required)
  • BLS certification (required)
  • Minimum of 1–2 years of urgent care or emergency medicine experience preferred
  • Comfortable working independently in a high-volume setting 

Charlottesville, VA is a vibrant city nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, blending deep historical roots with a lively, modern-day cultural scene.  Charlottesville offers a dynamic blend of history, outdoor adventure, excellent cuisine, and a close-knit yet cultured community—making it an enriching and enjoyable place to live and practice.